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Hi everyone, just purchased yesterday (Memorial Day) from Kolbe Honda in Reseda, CA.
I was torn for many months between the Scion xB and the Element. I had actually decided on the Scion, but I'm glad my procrastination prevented me from buying right away. The recent $1000 incentive from Honda was the final nudge I needed, but the real deciding factor was the extra room/versatility of the Element over the xB. I love that I can throw the bike(s) in the back without even taking the front wheels off.
I will be checking out the Mobile Electronics sub-forum for recommendations on a portable gps unit. I've seen some of the excellent mounting strategies from a few of you. If you have any strong recommendations, I'd love to hear them.
One quick question. The trim rings around the shifter and logo on the steering wheel (second photo) are red. Can these be easily removed/replaced? I'd like to get black ones (or paint the existing ones).
I will probably also get some seat covers (not a fan of the spider man stripes), but that will probably have to wait a bit.
Thanks,
Vance
I was torn for many months between the Scion xB and the Element. I had actually decided on the Scion, but I'm glad my procrastination prevented me from buying right away. The recent $1000 incentive from Honda was the final nudge I needed, but the real deciding factor was the extra room/versatility of the Element over the xB. I love that I can throw the bike(s) in the back without even taking the front wheels off.
I will be checking out the Mobile Electronics sub-forum for recommendations on a portable gps unit. I've seen some of the excellent mounting strategies from a few of you. If you have any strong recommendations, I'd love to hear them.
One quick question. The trim rings around the shifter and logo on the steering wheel (second photo) are red. Can these be easily removed/replaced? I'd like to get black ones (or paint the existing ones).
I will probably also get some seat covers (not a fan of the spider man stripes), but that will probably have to wait a bit.
Thanks,
Vance

